

Best for beginner divers, 10-18m, shore entry, mild current.
Citadel housereef in Hurghada is a shore-accessible site featuring a combination of natural reef and artificial structures. Suitable for beginners, the site offers depths ranging from 10 to 18 metres with an average of 14 metres. Divers experience mild currents and visibility between 10 and 30 metres. Entry is from the shore, where divers should shuffle their feet to avoid stonefish camouflaged against the substrate. It is recommended to scan the water for jellyfish before entry. Arriving early in the morning provides the calmest water conditions and optimal visibility before boat traffic increases. Typical dives last approximately 45 minutes.
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Arrive early in the morning when the water is calmest and visibility tends to be at its best before any boat traffic stirs things up. Shuffle your feet when entering from shore and scan the bottom carefully, as stonefish can be difficult to spot against the substrate.
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Depth
10-18m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
22-29°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
May
Yes, the site is well-suited for beginners due to its manageable mild currents and accessible depths.
The site ranges from 10 to 18 metres deep, with an average depth of 14 metres.
Citadel housereef is a shore-access dive site.
Hazards include jellyfish and stonefish. Divers should shuffle their feet when entering from the shore to avoid stonefish and scan the water for jellyfish before beginning the dive.
Diving at Citadel housereef in Hurghada requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Citadel housereef in Hurghada. Water temperatures range from 22°C to 29°C.
The best months to visit Citadel housereef in Hurghada are May. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Citadel housereef in Hurghada typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Citadel housereef in Hurghada typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.